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Identify other roadway users, closed or open zones, line of sight restrictions, roadway features and conditions, path of travel restrictions, and traffic controls: ________
Identify other roadway users, closed or open zones, line of sight restrictions, roadway features and conditions, path of travel restrictions, and traffic controls: ________
identify
________ actions of other roadway users, consequences of your actions, control of vehicle
________ actions of other roadway users, consequences of your actions, control of vehicle
predict
What does it mean to decide in driving?
What does it mean to decide in driving?
communicate with others, change speed, change direction
What does execute refer to in driving?
What does execute refer to in driving?
What are the five principles of The Smith System? (Select all that apply)
What are the five principles of The Smith System? (Select all that apply)
What are the steps of the Zone Control System? (Select all that apply)
What are the steps of the Zone Control System? (Select all that apply)
An escape path is a place to go in case of ________.
An escape path is a place to go in case of ________.
What is an orderly visual search pattern?
What is an orderly visual search pattern?
Zones are ____ areas of space around the vehicle.
Zones are ____ areas of space around the vehicle.
The space your vehicle will occupy is known as the ________.
The space your vehicle will occupy is known as the ________.
An open zone is a space where you can drive free of restriction to your line of sight or ________.
An open zone is a space where you can drive free of restriction to your line of sight or ________.
A space cushion is the area of space around the vehicle that is free of ________, hazards, and conflicts when you use it.
A space cushion is the area of space around the vehicle that is free of ________, hazards, and conflicts when you use it.
What does field of vision refer to?
What does field of vision refer to?
A closed zone is a space not open because of ________ in your line of sight or path of travel.
A closed zone is a space not open because of ________ in your line of sight or path of travel.
What does it mean to compromise space in driving?
What does it mean to compromise space in driving?
What does it mean to minimize hazard?
What does it mean to minimize hazard?
What is traction in driving?
What is traction in driving?
What does selective seeing involve?
What does selective seeing involve?
What is a target area in your path of travel?
What is a target area in your path of travel?
What does the 12-15 second range refer to?
What does the 12-15 second range refer to?
What is peripheral vision?
What is peripheral vision?
What does the 4-6 second range refer to?
What does the 4-6 second range refer to?
What is scanning in the context of driving?
What is scanning in the context of driving?
What does separate hazards mean?
What does separate hazards mean?
What is central vision?
What is central vision?
What does line of sight refer to?
What does line of sight refer to?
Match the lane positions with their description:
Match the lane positions with their description:
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Study Notes
Key Terminology in Drivers Education
- Identify: Recognize other roadway users, zones (open or closed), line of sight restrictions, traffic controls, and roadway features.
- Predict: Anticipate the actions of others, consequences from your own actions, and vehicle control requirements.
- Decide: Choose how to communicate with other drivers, adjust speed, or change direction based on the situation.
- Execute: Carry out driving actions such as accelerating, braking, steering, and signaling effectively.
Important Systems and Concepts
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The Smith System:
- Aim high in steering for better perspective.
- Keep eyes moving to stay aware of surroundings.
- Get the big picture to understand the overall traffic situation.
- Ensure visibility by making sure others can see you.
- Leave yourself an "out" to avoid potential risks.
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Zone Control System:
- Observe changes in zones around your vehicle.
- Check surrounding zones to gain full awareness.
- Create space and time by optimizing speed control, lane positioning, and communication with other drivers.
Visual and Spatial Awareness
- Escape Path: Identifying a safe area to maneuver in case of conflicts.
- Orderly Visual Search Pattern: Systematic approach to search critical areas in a predetermined sequence to maintain awareness.
- Zones: Six specific areas surrounding the vehicle that influence driving decisions.
- Path of Travel: The actual space the vehicle will occupy during movement.
Space Management
- Open Zone: An area free from restrictions, ensuring clear visibility and safe driving.
- Space Cushion: The open area around the vehicle devoid of hazards or conflicts for safer driving.
- Closed Zone: Restricted area hindering visibility or path of travel.
- Compromise Space: Prioritizing space for greater hazards to lessen risk during driving.
- Minimize Hazard: Enhance safety by increasing distance from identified hazards.
Vision and Attention
- Field of Vision: The total area visible when looking straight ahead.
- Peripheral Vision: The area around the central vision used to detect motion or obstacles.
- Central Vision: The clear and sharp area of sight used for detailed tracking.
- Selective Seeing: Focusing on important visual cues relevant to driving tasks.
Traffic Monitoring and Timing
- Target Area: The forward area in the path of travel two lanes to the left and right.
- 12-15 Second Range: The distance to search for changes in line of sight and path of travel.
- 4-6 Second Range: Critical area for final adjustments before proceeding.
Driving Techniques
- Scanning: The technique of following an orderly visual search pattern while driving.
- Separate Hazards: Manage driving speed to tackle one hazard at a time effectively.
Additional Concepts
- Line of Sight: The maximum distance visible straight ahead while driving.
- Lane Positions:
- Position 1: Center of the travel lane.
- Position 2: Left side of the travel lane.
- Position 3: Right side of the travel lane.
Traction
- Traction: The frictional grip between tire and road surface critical for vehicle control.
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